Bar stools are pretty controversial, not exactly something you’d expect for something so common and widely used. They’ve become a must-have for a lot of modern and contemporary kitchens and then of course we have the bars and man caves that make the most of them. There’s a surprisingly big number of variations related to the design and structure of the bar stool. A common debate is the choice between backless bar stools and those with backrests. Each type has its own pros and cons.

Modern farmhouse design has had a serious moment in the last year or so. Combining simplicity and rusticity is basically an art form, which makes this metal bar stool a piece of art and worthy of your modern farmhouse kitchen. Available on Crateandbarrel.

If you’re on the market for some serious glam, don’t feel left out of the metal bar stool game. You can get gorgeous stools like these gold and acrylic ones to bring the party to your bar table. They’ll make you feel like a star studded actress.

When you have bar height seating in your home, it’s inevitable it will get a lot of use. Usually found in the kitchen, you probably use it as extra seating when you’re hosting a gathering. Maybe it serves as a habitual coffee spot where you always sip from your cup while you prepare for the day. If you have children, those bar seats are scooted in and out a hundred times a day for meals, snacks, homework and hang outs. Whatever your life looks like, you definitely need durable bar stools for your table. Here are 10 metal bar stools for all your hosting needs.